Compare Part time Masters Programs in Criminology in Stirling United Kingdom 2019

Criminology is the area of study that focuses on the causes, consequences, and prevention of criminal behavior. It is especially helpful for members of law enforcement, such as detectives, police, probation officers and judges.

UK, United Kingdom is more than 300 years old and comprises four constituent nations: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. The UK has been a centre of learning for the past 1,000 years and possesses many ancient and distinguished universities. Foreign students make up a significant proportion of the student body at UK universities.

Stirling was historically one of the royal strongholds of the Kingdom of Scotland. Now it’s home to The University of Stirling that has between 11 and 12 thousand students, representing over 80 nationalities.

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University of Stirling

CampusPart time12 - 30 monthsSeptember 2019United KingdomStirling

With the University of Stirling ranked first in Scotland for the study of Criminology (The Guardian University Guide 2018), this course provides you with expert training in the latest methods and approaches used in criminological research.
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With the University of Stirling ranked first in Scotland for the study of Criminology (The Guardian University Guide 2018), this course provides you with expert training in the latest methods and approaches used in criminological research.

We cover the principles of collecting, analysing and reporting on qualitative and quantitative data whilst also taking account of ethics, reliability and validity. You’ll critically examine the theoretical foundations that underpin criminology and socio-legal research, as well as exploring issues with comparative research and developing an understanding of the relationship between criminology research and policymaking.

The course is recognised as research training by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) and is supported by staff from the Scottish Centre for Crime and Criminal Justice Research – a multi-university body with international influence and links to academics, policymakers and practitioners around the world....
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